Landscape Design Specialist II - Parks & Urban Spaces

McAdams; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McAdams seeks a Designer II to join our landscape architecture team in North Carolina. The role supports project teams across residential, commercial, municipal and urban design, advancing designs through all phases and coordinating with civil engineers and clients.

Candidates bring 1–3 years of experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite, and strong communication skills. We value initiative, collaboration and the ability to work independently to deliver high‑quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Landscape Architecture or related field required.
• 1–3 years of landscape architectural design experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and MS Office.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare landscape design concepts, plans, and drawings for parks, commercial developments, residential communities, and public spaces.
• Prepare accurate CAD drawings and construction documents meeting industry standards.
• Demonstrate proficient graphic communication to convey design concepts and document progression.
• Conduct site analyses to inform design decisions.
• Utilize design software to create visual representations and presentation materials.
• Develop plant schedules, details, and specifications aligned with project goals.

Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Graphic rendering

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Landscape Architecture or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

McAdams seeks a Designer II to join our landscape architecture team in North Carolina. The role supports project teams across residential, commercial, municipal and urban design, advancing designs through all phases and coordinating with civil engineers and clients.

Candidates bring 1–3 years of experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite, and strong communication skills. We value initiative, collaboration and the ability to work independently to deliver high‑quality